Fantasy might very well be the oldest genre of storytelling. It is used to describe stories that take place in fantastical worlds where monsters, magic, and legendary heroes are present. From there, it can be further broken down into various sub-genres, like the more heroic high fantasy or the grittier dark fantasy. The genre is limited only by the imagination of the storyteller, and oftentimes, fantasy stories are used to teach morals and lessons by representing human fears and anxieties as horrific beasts to be overcome and cast down.

Fantasy movies are pretty much as old as cinema and have expanded quite a bit over the years as new technologies were invented. Naturally, a lot of fantasy movies get overlooked or forgotten about, but if one looks hard enough, there are plenty of hidden gems that represent the genre at its best and most compelling.

‘Ladyhawke’ (1985)

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Phillipe Gaston (Matthew Broderick) is a thief known as “The Mouse,” who escapes prison just before his execution on the order of the Bishop of Aquila (John Wood). He is aided by the Bishop’s former guard captain, Etienne of Navarre (Rutger Hauer), and his hawk companion. Etienne coerces Phillipe into helping him take down the Bishop, but during their travels, Phillipe notices that Etienne seems to vanish at night, where he runs into a mysterious woman (Michelle Pfeiffer) accompanied by a black wolf.

Ladyhawke was a box-office bomb on release, but it holds up pretty well today as a fairy tale love story. The romance works thanks to the charisma and believable chemistry between Hauer and Pfeiffer, as well as the mystery surrounding their characters. Phillipe is perhaps the weakest part of the film, since he is more of an observer to the lovers than a proper protagonist, but Broderick still gives a fun performance, especially whenever Phillipe asks God for help.

‘Fire and Ice’ (1983)

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The sorcerer rulers of Icepeak, Queen Juliana (Susan Tyrrell) and her son, Nekron (Stephen Mendel), use their power to extend glacial ice southward as the vanguard of their invasion force, driving humans closer to the equator. Soon, only the volcanic citadel of Firekeep stands against them, so Juliana has its princess, Teegra (Maggie Roswell), kidnapped to be Nekron’s bride. Teegra escapes her captors into the wilderness, and finds allies in Larn (William Ostrander), a warrior whose village was destroyed by Nekron, and Darkwolf (Steve Sandor), a mysterious wanderer who is committed to killing the sorcerer king.

Fire and Ice is a beautiful example of 1980s dark fantasy from the mind of Ralph Bakshi. It is structured much like a pulp fiction story, with fast-paced action and a grim world that makes great use of the clash between fire and ice in its backgrounds and landscapes. It also makes great use of rotoscoping to give the characters more lifelike movements, which makes the action sequences feel all the more brutal.

‘The Golden Voyage of Sinbad’ (1973)

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After acquiring a golden amulet from a mysterious flying creature, Sinbad the Sailor (John Phillip Law) arrives in Marabia, ruled by its disfigured Grand Vizier (Douglas Wilmer) since the Sultan died without a king. The Vizier tells Sinbad that the amulet is part of a set that can lead the way to the mythical Fountain of Destiny, and Sinbad agrees to come along on an expedition to find it. However, the group is pursued by Koura (Tom Baker), an evil sorcerer who wishes to use the fountain’s power to claim rulership of Marabia.

The Golden Voyage of Sinbad is the second of three Sinbad films made with stop-motion creatures by the legendary Ray Harryhausen. From an animated statue of Shiva that duels our hero to a ferocious centaur that guards the fountain, the creatures stand out thanks to their unique designs and how seamlessly they are blended into the film, at times looking like they are physically interacting with the actors. The story is not quite as well put together as the earlier The 7th Voyage of Sinbad, but it’s still a solid fantasy adventure film, and Baker gives an unforgettable performance as the villain.

‘Legend’ (1985)

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With the help of her forest-dwelling companion, Jack O’ the Green (Tom Cruise), Princess Lili (Mia Sara) meets the last two unicorns in the world. Unfortunately, she was followed by the goblin Blix (Alice Playten), who, on the orders of her master, Darkness (Tim Curry), kills the stallion and steals its horn. The crime plunges the world into a dark winter, and Jack and Lili must protect the mare and get the horn back, lest the world never know sunlight again.

Legend tells a simple fairy tale story about good vs evil, but it does it really well. The success is thanks in large part to impressive sets and use of practical effects, which completely transform the actors into mystical creatures, such as Curry’s iconic devilish appearance as Darkness, or Robert Picardo as the foul swamp-hag Meg Mucklebones. If you’re going to watch the movie, try to find the director’s cut, which has additional footage that makes the story and character arcs feel more complete, and music by Jerry Goldsmith.

‘The Adventures of Baron Munchausen’ (1988)

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As the Ottoman Empire besieges an unnamed European city in the Age of Enlightenment, Baron Munchausen (John Neville) interrupts a play based on his life’s adventures and criticizes its inaccuracies. He claims that the reason for the attack is due to a bet he made with the Grand Turk, Sultan Mahmud I (Peter Jeffrey), but also claims that he can save the city if he finds his old associates, each of whom possesses superhuman gifts. He is joined on his search by Sally Salt (Sarah Polley), the daughter of the theater troupe leader, but the journey is full of all sorts of perils, while the Angel of Death is always following after the Baron.

The Adventures of Baron Munchausen was the final film in Terry Gilliam‘s “Trilogy of Imagination,” with themes focusing on aging and maintaining one’s relevance as the world seems to progress around them. There is a strong contrast with the film’s extravagant sets and costumes: while the heroes travel through the fantastical world, they can never escape the hard truths of reality and must make peace with them if they hope to move forward. It’s also got a surprise cameo from Robin Williams, who has a non-credited role as the King of the Moon, and it’s as hilarious as any of his best performances.

‘The Last Unicorn’ (1982)

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A unicorn (Mia Farrow) overhears two hunters talking about her kind and wonders if she might be the last unicorn in the world. A passing butterfly (Robert Klein) tells her that the unicorns were herded north long ago into the kingdom of King Haggard (Sir Christopher Lee) by a demonic Red Bull. Thus, the unicorn sets out to learn the truth for herself, and receives help from a bumbling magician named Schmendrick (Alan Arkin) and Molly Grue (Tammy Grimes).

The Last Unicorn is unique among fantasy movies thanks to its melancholic tone. The story touches on mature themes like regret, loss, the power of memory, and identity, all told via the interactions with an immortal unicorn who does not know these emotions and humans who do. It also boasts a beautiful art style that looks like a tapestry come to life, haunting songs by America, and a fun fantasy world that leans so heavily into the genre that the familiar tropes are literally part of the world.

‘A Monster Calls’ (2016)

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Conor O’Malley (Lewis MacDougall) is a young boy living with his terminally ill mother (Felicity Jones), who is upset both with her worsening condition and the possibility of having to live with his strict grandmother (Sigourney Weaver). One night, he spots a yew tree growing near a church transforming into a monster (Liam Neeson) before seeking him out. The monster tells Conor that it will visit him again and tell him three stories; afterward, Conor must tell the monster a fourth story based on his recurring nightmares.

A Monster Calls is based on the book of the same name by Patrick Ness, who also wrote the screenplay. It’s a brutal and raw film that explores themes of grief, loss, and the complexities of the human experience, told both through Conor’s struggles at home and school and the monster’s stories. Everyone gives their all in this hidden gem masterpiece, but MacDougall in particular stands out thanks to how perfectly he captures Conor’s turbulent state, from cold detachment to raw, unfiltered rage and sadness.

‘Dragonslayer’ (1981)

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Galen Bradwarden (Peter MacNicol) is the young apprentice to the last great sorcerer, Ulrich of Cragganmore (Sir Ralph Richardson). One day, his master is approached by an expedition from the kingdom of Urland asking for his help in killing the ancient dragon Vermithrax Pejorative, who has terrorized the kingdom and devoured many young maidens. Ulrich dies when trying to demonstrate his magic powers, but his magic amulet chooses Galen as its new master, so Galen offers his services against the dragon.

It’s amazing to think that Dragonslayer was coproduced by Disney, because a gritty dark fantasy movie is so far removed from the Mouse House’s carefully constructed brand image. The world is gritty, harsh, and unforgiving, with most of its characters falling into different shades of gray morality, doing horrible things in the short term to guarantee long-term stability. The star of the show is Vermithrax itself, brought to life through a diverse array of special effects including stop-motion puppets and massive animatronics, resulting in perhaps cinema’s best dragon.

‘The Adventures of Prince Achmed’ (1926)

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Desiring the local Caliph’s daughter, a sorcerer offers a magical flying horse in exchange for her hand in marriage. The Caliph’s son, Prince Achmed, objects to the offer, so the sorcerer lets him test the horse. Unfortunately, he doesn’t tell Achmed how to control the horse, so it whisks the prince away to a far-off land, forcing him to find a way back home.

The Adventures of Prince Achmed has the honor of being the world’s oldest surviving animated film, and is a truly one-of-a-kind experience. Every frame was made through meticulously placing pieces of cardboard against bright backgrounds to create a style reminiscent of shadow puppetry, while still perfectly displaying whatever emotions the characters are experiencing. Though few people today have seen The Adventures of Prince Achmed, its influence can be felt throughout modern adaptations of the One Thousand and One Nights, and the shadow puppet style inspired the Tale of the Three Brothers in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows — Part 1.

‘The Secret of Kells’ (2009)

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As Viking raiders swarm across Ireland, Cellach (Brendan Gleeson), abbot of Kells, oversees the construction of a great wall, and instructs his young nephew, Brendan (Evan McGuire and Michael McGrath), to stay close to the abbey. One day, the abbey is visited by Brother Aidan (Mick Lally), a master illuminator who is working on the Book of Iona. He recruits Brendan to help him with the illustrations, but as Brendan goes into the woods to find dyes, he meets a fairy named Aisling (Christen Mooney).

The first in a trio of Irish mythology films from Cartoon Saloon, The Secret of Kells is best described with one word: magical. Its art style is enough to hook you in, with stylistic character designs and bright colors that make it feel as if it’s a medieval painting come to life. The story is equally magical, both through the inclusion of the fairy world via Aisling’s friendship with Brendan, and with universal themes of hope, the power of artistic expression, and the dangers of pride.

Get a rundown of Us‘ top stories making headlines in celebrity news, sports and entertainment on August 7, 2026. Here are the key takeaways:

• Lewis Hamilton shared cozy Instagram photos with girlfriend Kim Kardashian during his mandatory Formula 1 summer break, including snaps of a neighborhood walk in Calabasas, California. The Ferrari driver, who is currently ranked second in the World Championship standings after 14 rounds, captioned the post, “Resting, restoring, recharging.”

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• Counting On alum Jeremiah Duggar and his wife, Hannah, secretly welcomed their fourth baby, revealing the arrival in an August 7 Instagram post without previously announcing the pregnancy. The couple, who married in March 2022, are also parents to daughters Brynley, Brielle and Emery.

• A judge ruled that Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star Taylor Frankie Paul successfully completed her three-year probation sentence stemming from her 2023 arrest after an alleged altercation with ex Dakota Mortensen. The judge also amended Paul’s aggravated assault felony charge to a Class A misdemeanor.

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With the upcoming release of Avengers: Doomsday, featuring many characters returning from Fox’s X-Men universe, fans are turning to the past to prepare for the highly anticipated superhero blockbuster. X-Men marathons are surging up the Disney+ charts in preparation, but one such film featuring the merry mutants didn’t have the success of the films preceeding it.

2020’s The New Mutants, based on Chris Claremont and Bill Sienkiewicz’s iconic comic book run, despite massive fan hype during its whopping four delays over two years, didn’t quite land with many moviegoers and comic book fans. While the casting was fantastic, as is the norm for Fox’s X-Films, the film’s horror elements took over far too much of the narrative and the short running time meant that new viewers couldn’t connect with the characters as much as they’d like to. Even so, the New Mutants deserve a second chance on the big screen, especially with multiple mutants coming out of the woodwork to join the MCU.

The New Mutants Comics Are Iconic

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Claremont and Sienkiewicz’s New Mutants comics are a favorite among die-hard X-Men comic fans, most notably the “Demon Bear” storyline, which the film adapted. At the time of the comics’ publishing in the early 80s, the X-Men had been running the same mutant members for several years and the franchise was in need of fresh blood. Claremont introduced a young cast of, well, new mutants, who were designed to eventually take up the mantle of the mainline X-Men.

With all the legions of mutants from the X-Men universe, it’s hard for certain characters to become fan favorites in the ocean of countless characters to choose from. Which is why Claremont’s characters standing the test of time is an impressive stat. The cast of the comics were not only new in terms of their powers and skill sets, but in terms of their personalities as well. Illyana Rasputin AKA Magik, for example, was delightfully unhinged and off kilter, which carried over to Anya Taylor-Joy’s performance in the film.

The Movie Got a Few Things Right

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When it comes to casting comic book characters, very rarely does Marvel miss. Even before the rise of the MCU, Marvel films always nailed casting great actors in the roles of famous superheroes. And that started with Hugh Jackman as Wolverine in 2000’s X-Men, which millions to this day hail as a perfectly cast character. The New Mutants continued that tradition with a promising young cast, some of whom are now superstars.

One thing fans will agree on when it comes to the movie is the pitch perfect casting of Taylor-Joy as Magik. She’s never given a bad performance and doesn’t start here, perfectly embodying Illyana’s loose screws while still making her likable and entertaining. But even beyond Magik, other characters in the film shine, namely Blu Hunt as Dani Moonstar, who Hunt makes sympathetic and compelling to watch, especially with her groundbreaking same-sex relationship with Rahne Sinclair (Maisie Williams), which amplified the characters’ bond from the comics in a smart way.

While The New Mutants may have been a disappointment to many, the potential the film had still rings true six years later. The cast of hallmark characters clearly gave it their all and should not be blamed for the film’s misfire. With Marvel resurrecting numerous mutants in the MCU, many believe that these mutants deserve another shot. After all, if Chris Evans can return as Johnny Storm in Deadpool & Wolverine, anything is possible.

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With the upcoming release of Avengers: Doomsday, featuring many characters returning from Fox’s X-Men universe, fans are turning to the past to prepare for the highly anticipated superhero blockbuster. X-Men marathons are surging up the Disney+ charts in preparation, but one such film featuring the merry mutants didn’t have the success of the films preceeding it.

2020’s The New Mutants, based on Chris Claremont and Bill Sienkiewicz’s iconic comic book run, despite massive fan hype during its whopping four delays over two years, didn’t quite land with many moviegoers and comic book fans. While the casting was fantastic, as is the norm for Fox’s X-Films, the film’s horror elements took over far too much of the narrative and the short running time meant that new viewers couldn’t connect with the characters as much as they’d like to. Even so, the New Mutants deserve a second chance on the big screen, especially with multiple mutants coming out of the woodwork to join the MCU.

The New Mutants Comics Are Iconic

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Claremont and Sienkiewicz’s New Mutants comics are a favorite among die-hard X-Men comic fans, most notably the “Demon Bear” storyline, which the film adapted. At the time of the comics’ publishing in the early 80s, the X-Men had been running the same mutant members for several years and the franchise was in need of fresh blood. Claremont introduced a young cast of, well, new mutants, who were designed to eventually take up the mantle of the mainline X-Men.

With all the legions of mutants from the X-Men universe, it’s hard for certain characters to become fan favorites in the ocean of countless characters to choose from. Which is why Claremont’s characters standing the test of time is an impressive stat. The cast of the comics were not only new in terms of their powers and skill sets, but in terms of their personalities as well. Illyana Rasputin AKA Magik, for example, was delightfully unhinged and off kilter, which carried over to Anya Taylor-Joy’s performance in the film.

The Movie Got a Few Things Right

Image via 20th Century Studios

When it comes to casting comic book characters, very rarely does Marvel miss. Even before the rise of the MCU, Marvel films always nailed casting great actors in the roles of famous superheroes. And that started with Hugh Jackman as Wolverine in 2000’s X-Men, which millions to this day hail as a perfectly cast character. The New Mutants continued that tradition with a promising young cast, some of whom are now superstars.

One thing fans will agree on when it comes to the movie is the pitch perfect casting of Taylor-Joy as Magik. She’s never given a bad performance and doesn’t start here, perfectly embodying Illyana’s loose screws while still making her likable and entertaining. But even beyond Magik, other characters in the film shine, namely Blu Hunt as Dani Moonstar, who Hunt makes sympathetic and compelling to watch, especially with her groundbreaking same-sex relationship with Rahne Sinclair (Maisie Williams), which amplified the characters’ bond from the comics in a smart way.

While The New Mutants may have been a disappointment to many, the potential the film had still rings true six years later. The cast of hallmark characters clearly gave it their all and should not be blamed for the film’s misfire. With Marvel resurrecting numerous mutants in the MCU, many believe that these mutants deserve another shot. After all, if Chris Evans can return as Johnny Storm in Deadpool & Wolverine, anything is possible.

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Josh Boone, Chris Claremont, Dave Cockrum, Knate Gwaltney, Scott Lobdell, Bob McLeod

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A woman repeatedly asked to call her dad after she killed a bride while driving under the influence in May 2023, according to bodycam footage that captured the aftermath of the tragedy.

On the night of April 28, 2023, bride Samantha Miller, her groom Aric Hutchinson and two others were in a golf cart on the way to their wedding reception in Folly Beach, South Carolina, when Jamie Lee Komoroski crashed into them. Miller, 34, died in the crash.

Komoroski, 27, pleaded guilty to DUI causing death, two felony charges for a DUI causing great bodily injury and another charge for reckless homicide in December 2024.

More than three years after the crash, recently released bodycam footage revealed the immediate aftermath of the crash and Komoroski’s arrest.

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In one part of the footage obtained by Live 5 News, Komoroski was heard screaming “is she OK?” She also told the officers that she had only had one drink and a beer in the hour leading up to the crash.

However, police ultimately determined that Komoroski’s blood-alcohol level was three times the legal limit in South Carolina, according to WCSC.

Another video showed Komoroski sitting inside a car with her feet outside as she asked an officer if she could call her father. After the officer said she couldn’t, she asked why she couldn’t speak to her father and the officer said it was because she was under arrest.

“For what?” Komoroski asked. The officer then said she had been arrested for a DUI, and she responded by asking, “How do you know?”

The bodycam footage continued to document her in the police station. Komoroski refused to sit upon her arrival and she started crying once she finally sat down. “I just want to go home,” she said.

Komoroski once again demanded to call her dad, though the officer said that was “not gonna happen right now.”

She did not take the answer well and continued to demand that she had “the right to call my father.” The officer once again said no, and she asked “why not.”

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Following the tragedy, Hutchinson filed a wrongful death suit against Komoroski and a handful of South Carolina bars after Komoroski was reportedly “bar hopping” before she got behind the wheel.

A settlement was reached in December 2025, and Komoroski’s vehicle insurer was ordered to pay $160,000 to Hutchinson. Hutchinson was set to receive $104,586.67 of the $160,000, while the remaining funds would be used to cover attorney fees and other costs.

The December 2025 settlement came after a judge approved settlements from the bars The Drop-In, the Crab Shack and Snapper Jacks. Additional settlements had been approved with Progressive Auto Insurance and Enterprise Rent-A-Car during a motion hearing that was held in 2024.

Porsha Williams recently scored a BIG LICK in her divorce settlement with Simon Guobadia. But chile, Simon was quick to rain on her parade. He swopped right in with a clap back letting everybody know that HE’S the one really out here flexing.

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Porsha Williams Walked Away With MORE Than Closure After Divorce From Simon Guobadia

Okay, so BOOM! According to TMZ, Porsha Williams waked away from her divorce with a seven-figure settlement, Simon Guobadia’s Atlanta mansion, AND a 2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost. Chile, it’s safe to say she secured the bag! But Roomies, there’s more! Porsha reportedly told the court that Simon also agreed to reimburse her $1,568,181.63 form his share of the mansion’s equity and hand over the title to the Rolls-Royce Ghost. Court docs obtained by TMZ show that Simon transferred his interest in the Atlanta mansion they once shared to Porsha through a quitclaim deed. Under their agreement, Porsha says she can now refinance the property or sell it in a commercially reasonable manner without Simon or an arbitrator stepping in.

Simon Saw The Headlines & Said “Aht! Aht!”

Before Porsha Williams could fully celebrate her come-up, Simon slid right into the chat and let folks know he’s the one that got the last laugh. Simon took to his Instagram Stories and told his followers that Porsha’s big win actually came with some debt attached. “They forgot to mention they also inherited $8,000,000 in debt & still got to pay me.” He also claimed that she allegedly has to hand over some cash to him, and chile, Simon wasn’t done there! He added some extra palm trees to his shade noting that he has the ultimate flex because he’s supposedly walking away “debt-free.” 

Porsha & Simon’s Divorce Drama Has Played Out All Over The Timeline

Porsha Williams Simon Guobadia have been going back and forth ever since she filed for divorce in February 2024. The former couple spent a little over a year together after tying the knot in November 2022. Then, in September 2025, the ‘RHOA’ star dropped a major update on Instagram that had fans wondering if she and Simon had officially finalized their divorce. Porsha wrote, “IT’S OVER!!!! Thank goodness [heart emoji] [prayer hands emoji] Grateful.”

But chile, Simon didn’t let her have her moment! He quickly hopped on his IG Story with a message of his own, writing, “Here we go again with Ms 265. Still has learned absolutely nothing #itsovermya**,” alongside a laughing emoji, sparking yet another round of back-and-forth between the former couple online. Porsha didn’t let Simon’s response stop her from getting in a last word though. She later shared a video of herself making her way to a private jet, pairing the post with the caption, “Free” alongside a kissing-face and peace-sign emoji.

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Nicole Kidman just reminded Us why every stylish woman owns a gray blazer. While black versions tend to get all the attention, soft gray feels just as polished while pairing effortlessly with everything from blue denim to crisp white separates. It’s the kind of piece that instantly elevates an outfit without making it feel too formal.

The Oscar winner was spotted in New York City on July 30 wearing a tailored gray blazer layered over a white button-down with relaxed blue jeans, Adidas sneakers and a black Chanel bag. The neutral jacket tied the whole look together, proving that a gray blazer can make even sneakers and denim look sophisticated.

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The good news? You don’t need Kidman’s designer wardrobe to recreate the look. We found the Prettygarden Button Down Notch Lapel Blazer on Amazon for just $42, and it delivers the same polished, wear-with-everything feel for a fraction of the price.

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The blazer features a classic notch lapel, an open-front design and a tailored silhouette that’s structured without feeling stiff. Available in Kidman’s versatile gray as well as black, beige, army green and several other colors, it comes in sizes S through XXL and layers easily over everything from T-shirts to button-downs.

With more than 1,200 five-star ratings, shoppers say the blazer is every bit as versatile as it looks. One reviewer called the fit “just perfect,” sharing that her “hubby even commented how cute it looked” after she styled it with “jeans, T-shirt and tennis shoes.” Another shopper, who packed it for a trip to Seoul, called it “so classy” while still being “comfortable and casual,” adding that the sleeves are “easy to roll up and stay that way” and that she’ll “get a lot of use out of it.”

Some wardrobe staples earn their place for a reason, and a gray blazer is one of them. After seeing how effortlessly Kidman styled hers, it’s easy to see why this classic layer has remained a favorite among stylish women for decades. Better yet, this Amazon version lets you copy the look for a fraction of the cost.

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Taylor Frankie Paul is no longer on probation following her 2023 arrest plea after an alleged altercation with now-ex Dakota Mortensen.

During a Friday, August 7, court hearing, a judge ruled that the Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star, 32, had successfully completed her three-year probation sentence, according to court documents obtained by Us. The judge also amended Paul’s aggravated assault felony charge to a Class A misdemeanor.

“This is a positive development and step in the right direction on Taylor’s healing journey,” a source close to Paul tells Us.

Us has reached out to Paul’s rep for comment.

Paul was arrested in 2023 following an alleged fight with Mortensen, 33. She pleaded guilty as part of a plea deal to dismiss other charges pertaining to child abuse. Footage from the incident was leaked in March, in which Paul was seen throwing chairs at Mortensen in front of her daughter, Indy. (Taylor shares Indy, 8, and son Ocean, 6, with ex-husband Tate Paul, as well as son Ever, 2, with Mortensen.)

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In light of the video’s release, Taylor temporarily lost custody of Ever. Taylor and Mortensen previously attended an April 30 court hearing in Utah, initially intended to establish a custody arrangement for Ever. Instead, a judge declined to rule on custody at the time amid the domestic violence allegations from and aimed at both parties. In lieu of an official ruling, the judge issued mutual protective orders, requiring the exes to stay 100 feet away from each other at all times.

“This has been a very toxic relationship. It’s beyond the pale in a lot of ways, the toxicity,” the judge said during the hearing. “What I’ve seen from the evidence even post [the] last hearing, there seems to be a continuing attraction that they have for each other. … You guys have to figure out a lot here. You have to figure out how to function as coparents.”

The judge then explained his hesitancy to definitively rule on custody of Ever at the time.

“I’m hoping that you’re not people who just thrive on the drama and the conflict. You’ve got to put your child first and shield the child from this conflict,” the judge continued. “I’m going to leave the current order in place. I need to think a little bit more about this lifting of supervision. I have mixed feelings about it.”

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The judge reminded Taylor and Dakota that they are “linked together for the remainder of [their] lives” because they share a child.

As for Taylor’s supervised visitation with Ever — put in place after she temporarily lost custody due to new domestic violence allegations made by Dakota — the judge added, “If I’m continuing to supervise Taylor’s parent time, I’m wary that Dakota may actually try to use that as a way to manipulate and control her.”

After the hearing, Taylor’s attorney, Eric M. Swinyard, addressed the judge’s ruling.

“Today’s hearing was a significant step forward as the court entered protective orders requiring that Taylor’s ex-partner stays far away from her,” Swinyard said in a statement to Us. “Taylor was incredibly candid with the court that she is not perfect and owned her faults, which is in direct contrast to how the other party presented their argument, despite evidence and input from law enforcement that showed otherwise.”

Swinyard continued, “Taylor feels solidarity with the many survivors who have endured similar hardships behind closed doors and shared only part of their stories, and she remains grateful for the outpouring of support she continues to receive. She looks forward to continuing to cooperate with the court to make progress in the custody case.”

Amid the ongoing custody battle, Salt Lake City prosecutors investigated and ultimately declined to file charges against Taylor for an alleged February domestic dispute with Dakota. After the news broke in April, Taylor wrote via her Instagram Story, “Cried when I got the call 🙏 THANK YOU to those that have stood with me.”

Days later, Dakota reacted to the development in his own Instagram post.

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“Over the past several weeks, I’ve taken a step back and had time away from the chaos. That space has been a breath of fresh air and has given me clarity,” he wrote in April. “My focus now is where it should have been all along — on my son and creating a stable, healthy environment for him moving forward.”

He added, “I regret not stepping away from the difficult cycle sooner. I’m not perfect, and I take accountability for my part. I’m sincerely sorry to those I’ve hurt. At the same time, I don’t agree with how this situation has been portrayed publicly. It does not reflect the full context of what occurred or the impact it has had on me and my son.”

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 for confidential support.

When it comes to the Duggars, the more members, the merrier — which is why some fans have a hard time keeping track of the famous family.

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After tying the knot in July 1984, Jim Bob Duggar and Michelle Duggar (née Ruark) welcomed a total of 19 children, including two sets of twins, and the couple bestowed all of their little ones with J-monikers. Jim Bob and Michelle are now grandparents to more than 35 kids.

“I really know that our relationship with God and our close walk with Christ is what holds our marriage together,” Michelle exclusively told Us Weekly in August 2020 of her relationship with Jim Bob. “That’s the glue that started our relationship years ago. And I know because of our faith, that is the solid foundation that we have.”

Keep scrolling for a comprehensive guide to Michelle and Jim Bob’s brood:

The Duggar family has been captivating viewers with their unique courtship process since 2008 — and have kept the tradition going strong ever since.

Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar share 19 children: sons Joshua, John-David, Joseph, Josiah, Jedidiah, Jeremiah, Jason, Justin and Jackson, and daughters Jana, Jill, Jessa, Jinger, Joy-Anna, Johannah, Jennifer, Jordyn-Grace and Josie.

The family’s first reality series, 19 Kids and Counting, quickly became one of the most popular shows on TLC from 2008 to 2015. They later returned for a spinoff, Counting On, which ran for 11 seasons before the network canceled it in June 2021.

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Due to their conservative Christian background, the family enforces a number of strict rules when it comes to courting. Kissing, hand-holding and other physical markers of affection aren’t allowed until a couple’s wedding day. Early in the courtship process, partners must have a chaperone present on their dates. For many of the Duggar daughters, their brothers have been by their sides when getting to know their suitors.

“Having that accountability really keeps things from going in the wrong direction,” Jim Bob told Today in 2014.

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